January 29, 2020
Bushwhacked! Keys to Avoiding Preventable Bushing Problems
Brian Wing
Use of an arbor press is required for correct installation. Do not use a hydraulic press or a bushing driver/hammer combination to install, as doing so may distort the bushing and cause fitment issues.
In Ford 6F35 (Gen. 2 and 3) transmissions, premature wear of the axle bushing is common, and accelerated when the differential support wears down. When installing Sonnax axle bushing 144030-09B, be sure to inspect the differential support for wear. Sonnax case saver kit 144281-01K is available to correct endplay and prevent premature bushing wear.
For 6F35 (Gen. 1) and 6T40 (Gen. 1 and 2), use Sonnax axle bushing [144030-09A].
January 29, 2020
Brian Wing